Shining light on the words, actions, and policies of the FHSD 5

((9/19/24 BOE Meeting)) Full Video

Topics Covered:

1. Proposed changes to Policy 6241 on selection of instructional materials
– Debate over keeping or removing language prohibiting “hate speech, false science, and false historical claims”
– Begins around 3:56:34

2. Policy and regulation updates on electioneering/campaign activities (Policy 0380)
– Discussion of allowing distribution of campaign materials outside schools during events
– Begins around 3:34:59

3. School safety protocols and addressing threat incidents
– Investigating threats, determining credibility
– Handling sharing of threats/rumors on social media
– Begins around 4:09:18

4. Academic performance data updates
– Test scores, AP/ACT performance, graduation rates
– Celebrations and areas to continue improving
– Begins around 2:22:33

5. Call to form task force to study racism and discrimination in the school district
– After reports from parents about students experiencing racist treatment
– Ensuring all students feel safe, heard and valued
– Begins around 4:16:23

6. Approving school construction/renovation designs
– Auditorium renovations at high schools
– New transportation/bus maintenance facility
– Begins around 2:41:07

7. Routine fiscal/financial updates
– No budget amendments
– Process for bond underwriter selection
– Begins around 3:02:40

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